Personal Loans Snapshot: March 2022

By Rhianna Dews · · 3 min read
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Personal Loans Snapshot: March 2022

As we start a new season and look back on how personal loan interest rates have performed over the past few months, we saw several rate cuts.

We also saw the ever-growing list of low rate loans available for environmentally friendly product purchases continue to grow, with the addition of a new Green Car Loan from MOVE Bank.

Looking at the latest ABS Lending Indicators release , there was a 0.8% increase in fixed-term personal loan commitments (seasonally adjusted) in January 2022. Not much change from December’s 0.7% increase in fixed-term personal loans from the month prior.

Additionally, the release reported a 0.9% increase in new loan commitments for road vehicles, following December’s 0.6% decrease. On the other hand, new loan commitments for personal investment saw a 2.2% drop following a massive 17.4% increase in December 2021.

Interestingly the report also noted a significant 41.6% increase in new loan commitments for business construction (typically volatile series), indicating a growing trend in home renovations.

Personal loan interest rate changes:

Here’s what’s been going on with personal loan interest rates and offer changes as of late:

Interest rate cuts:

  • BankVic cut 200 basis points of its variable rate Unsecured Personal Loan, bringing it down to 7.95% p.a. (8.08% p.a. comparison rate*).
  • Bendigo Bank cut 180 basis points of its secured Green Personal Loan fixed rates, which now sits at 4.99% p.a. (5.70% p.a. comparison rate*) and 480 basis points of its unsecured option, bringing it down to 6.99% p.a. (7.55% p.a. comparison rate*).
  • Teachers Mutual Bank dropped its fixed unsecured All Purpose Personal Loan rate down 49 basis points to 8.50% p.a. (8.64% p.a. comparison rate*).

Interest rate increases:

  • Commonwealth Bank upped its fixed Unsecured Personal Loan rate by 250 basis points to 11.50% p.a. (12.38% p.a. comparison rate*).
  • Police Credit Union increased its fixed Better Car Loan special offer rate by 100 basis points up to 5.44% p.a. (5.71% p.a. comparison rate*)

Which lenders stand out?

Once again, we see that the lenders with the lowest personal loan interest rates in the Mozo database are Community First Credit Union, Alex Bank, Transport Mutual Credit Union and Credit Union SA - showing that smaller banks and credit unions are where it’s at if you want a more competitive rate.

How about big-name lenders?

After several months of little change among big bank personal loan interest rates, we saw the Commonwealth Bank increase its unsecured personal fixed rate up to 11.50% p.a. (12.38% p.a. comparison rate*) from 9.00% p.a. (9.90% p.a. comparison rate*)

It’s also worth noting that rates from the major banks tend to be much higher than most competitor lenders. Currently, the Commonwealth Bank’s Unsecured Variable Personal Loan interest rate sits at just 9.00% p.a., a fair jump compared to the lowest interest rate in the Mozo database of 3.99% p.a.

Variable rate big 4 personal loans:

At the moment, the lowest big bank variable rate personal loan interest rate in the Mozo database is the NAB Personal Loan (Variable, Unsecured), at 6.99% p.a. (7.91% p.a. comparison rate*).

As for the highest big bank variable rate personal loan in the Mozo database, that would be the Commonwealth Bank Unsecured Variable Personal Loan at 11.50% p.a. (12.38% p.a. comparison rate*).

Fixed rate big 4 personal loans:

In terms of fixed-rate personal loans, the lowest big bank fixed rate in the Mozo database is none other than NAB’s Personal Loan (Fixed, Unsecured), which offers a 3-year fixed rate of 6.99% p.a. (7.91% p.a. comparison rate*).

Once again, the highest fixed-rate big bank personal loan in the Mozo database is the Commonwealth Bank’s Unsecured Personal Loan (Fixed) which increased up to a 3-year fixed rate of 11.50% p.a. (12.38% p.a. comparison rate*) last month.

Personal loan rates of note in March:

  • Lowest variable rate unsecured personal loan: A tie between Community First Credit Union - Green Loan (up to 10 years, Variable, Unsecured) - 3.99% p.a. (4.99% p.a. comparison rate*) and Community First Credit Union - Home Improvement Loan (up to 10 years, Variable, Unsecured) - 3.99% p.a. (4.99% p.a. comparison rate*)
  • Lowest fixed rate unsecured personal loan: Alex Bank - Personal Loan (Unsecured, Fixed) - 4.99% p.a. (4.99% p.a. comparison rate*)
  • Lowest variable rate secured personal loan: Transport Mutual Credit Union - GreenRoad Hybrid & Electric Cars (Variable) - 4.74% p.a. (5.04% p.a. comparison rate*)
  • Lowest fixed rate secured personal loan: Credit Union SA - Online-only Special Fixed Rate Personal Loan (Secured) - 4.25% p.a. (4.73% p.a. comparison rate*)

Looking for more personal loan options? Then check out our personal loans comparison tool below to start comparing personal loan options today!

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Last updated 5 December 2025 Important disclosures and comparison rate warning*

Personal loan comparisons on Mozo

  • Promoted

    Unsecured Personal Loan

    • Fixed
    Interest rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.03 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.98 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $606
    Go to site

    Fast, easy and 100% online, this is a low cost loan with no ongoing fees or extra repayment penalties. It's perfect for savvy borrowers with great credit. If you’re over 18 and earn above $30,000, you could qualify (other eligibility criteria may apply).

  • Promoted

    Unsecured Personal Loan

    • Fixed
    Interest rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    26.95 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    26.95 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $608
    Go to site

    Borrow up to $50,000 unsecured. Perfect if you earn more than $22,100 p.a. and have good to excellent credit. Multi-year winner of Mozo’s Experts Choice Unsecured Personal Loan Award, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025^'

  • Promoted

    Low Rate Personal Loan

    • Exceptional Credit, $5,000 - $75,000, or up to $100,000 for eligible purposes
    Interest rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    18.99 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    21.78 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $608
    Go to site

    Competitive low rates for borrowers with exceptional credit on 1-7 year loans from $5,000 up to $75,000 (or up to $100K for home improvements or car loans); no monthly account keeping fees, no exit fees and no early repayment fees. Winner of Mozo's Experts Choice Excellent Credit Unsecured Personal Loan 2024 and Excellent Credit Secured Personal Loan 2024 awards ^. Min. income of 25k after tax, to apply.

  • Unsecured Personal Loan

    • Fixed
    Interest rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.03 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.98 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $606
    Go to site

    Fast, easy and 100% online, this is a low cost loan with no ongoing fees or extra repayment penalties. It's perfect for savvy borrowers with great credit. If you’re over 18 and earn above $30,000, you could qualify (other eligibility criteria may apply).

  • Debt Consolidation Loan

    Interest rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.03 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.76 % p.a.
    to
    24.98 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $606
    Go to site

    Roll multiple debts into one loan to streamline your finances with one set of repayments and one interest rate. Competitive fixed interest rates with no monthly or early repayment fees and flexible repayment options. Easy online application and funding in as little as 24 hours (subject to approval).

  • Unsecured Personal Loan

    • Fixed
    Interest rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    26.95 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    26.95 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $608
    Go to site

    Borrow up to $50,000 unsecured. Perfect if you earn more than $22,100 p.a. and have good to excellent credit. Multi-year winner of Mozo’s Experts Choice Unsecured Personal Loan Award, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025^'

  • Low Rate Personal Loan

    • Exceptional Credit, $5,000 - $75,000, or up to $100,000 for eligible purposes
    Interest rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    18.99 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    21.78 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $608
    Go to site

    Competitive low rates for borrowers with exceptional credit on 1-7 year loans from $5,000 up to $75,000 (or up to $100K for home improvements or car loans); no monthly account keeping fees, no exit fees and no early repayment fees. Winner of Mozo's Experts Choice Excellent Credit Unsecured Personal Loan 2024 and Excellent Credit Secured Personal Loan 2024 awards ^. Min. income of 25k after tax, to apply.

  • Secured Personal Loan

    • Exceptional Credit, $5,000-$75,000 or up to $100,000 for eligible purposes
    Interest rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    18.99 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    5.95 % p.a.
    to
    21.78 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $608
    Go to site

    Get a secured personal loan with competitive low rates for borrowers with exceptional credit. A simple fixed interest rate that can be repaid weekly, fortnightly or monthly, over 1 to 7 years (10 years for Green Loans). Managed entirely online, at any time. No monthly account keeping fees, no exit fees and no early repayment fees. Quick and easy, 100% online application. Establishment fees apply.

  • Unsecured Personal Loan

    Interest rate from
    6.17 % p.a.
    to
    21.99 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    6.17 % p.a.
    to
    22.79 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $610
    Go to site

    Competitive fixed rates for borrowers on 1-7 year loans from $5,000 up to $50,000. $0 monthly fees and no early repayment fees to pay. Fast application process on the Revolut app. According to Revolut and subject to loan approval, you'll receive your money into your Revolut account straight away.

  • Personal Loan

    • Fixed
    Interest rate from
    8.99 % p.a.
    to
    29.39 % p.a.
    Comparison rate from
    10.11 % p.a.
    to
    30.29 % p.a.
    Based on $30,000 over 5 years
    Monthly repayment
    $636
    Go to site

    A Latitude Personal Loan offers flexibility and control for your major purchases, debt consolidation, or renovation plans. Get a personalised rate in two minutes without impacting your credit score. You'll enjoy a fixed rate, a repayment schedule that suits your budget. Plus, for Mozo customers, the $395 establishment fee is permanently waived. Latitude offers borrowing options from $5,000 over terms of 2 to 7 years. Repayments can be weekly, fortnightly, or monthly.

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* WARNING: The Comparison Rate combines the lender's interest rate, fees and charges into a single rate to show the true cost of a personal loan. The comparison rates displayed are calculated based on a loan of $30,000 for a term of 5 years or a loan of $10,000 for a term of 3 years as indicated, based on monthly principal and interest repayments, on a secured basis for secured loans and an unsecured basis for unsecured loans. This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan.

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